As it turns out, these entreprenuers are joining forces to create some type of "go local" initiative or merchants guild in Oak Cliff. Lauren Nitschke tells me that she and Shannon Neffendorf are working on a plan to present to the Oak Cliff Chamber, and want to extend the program to include other efforts besides food.

"We’re sort of unique over here — historically underserved by all that the rest of Dallas north of the river takes for granted, yet blessed with an amazing neighborhood full of fun, creative, supportive and surprising people," Lauren Nitschke says. "We think the two should come together for a net mega-gain!" To find out more, contact the Neffendorfs or the Nitschkes.

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